December 24, 2024 – 7pm

Making a Manger of our Hearts

Our Christmas Eve service is a beloved tradition of songs, poetry, story, and candlelight. Join us as we prepare our hearts to receive those who need shelter, and to be transformed by the humble power of love. Rev. Eileen Wiviott and Dr. Emma Farrell, Ministerial Intern, will lead this service with the UCE Choir, directed by Vickie Hellyer, and accompanied by Gregory Shifrin on piano, Marguerite DiMarco and Charles M. Anderson, vocal soloists, Dale Griffin on trombone, and Grey Wiviott on horn.

Throughout the month of December, our offering will be shared with Restore Justice Foundation, whose mission is to make Illinois a safer and more compassionate state by replacing the ineffective, extreme sentencing policies of the past with evidence-based laws that allow families and communities to heal.

Upcoming Services

December 29th – Dr. Emma Farrell, The Gift of Your Presence

January 5th – Fire Communion Service – Rev. Eileen Wiviott

January 12th – Harry and Leota, a Love Story – Rev. Eileen Wiviott

January 19th – MLK Day – Rev. Allison Farnum